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St. Paul clears Fish Hatchery encampment as residents seek next steps
local20 days ago

St. Paul clears Fish Hatchery encampment as residents seek next steps

St. Paul began clearing the Fish Hatchery encampment at Pig’s Eye Park, forcing about 100-200 residents to confront uncertainty as city outreach connects people with shelter, housing and health services. While volunteers and residents warn the move could fracture community care, some plan to relocate to other camps or remain on long housing wait lists. The city opened a two-week transitional hub downtown to link residents to shelter, care and financial assistance, with limited storage and rides for those who accept shelter.

via MPR News|
#encampments#homelessness#housing
Mamdani Resets NYC Encampment Sweeps, Prioritizing Outreach Over Removal
politics6 months ago

Mamdani Resets NYC Encampment Sweeps, Prioritizing Outreach Over Removal

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani says encampment sweeps will resume with a redesigned approach: the Department of Homeless Services will lead rather than the police, daily outreach by homeless-services workers will precede any removal, and after seven days of outreach the city will again offer shelter before dismantling sites; the plan includes funds for about 60 additional outreach workers. The reversal from the prior administration drew both criticism from advocates and support from those who cite cold-weather deaths as a prompt for bolder action.

via The New York Times|
#encampments#homelessness#new-york-city
Berkeley Alerts About Rat-Borne Leptospirosis Near Encampments
health7 months ago

Berkeley Alerts About Rat-Borne Leptospirosis Near Encampments

Berkeley health officials warned that leptospirosis, a treatable but potentially deadly rat-borne disease, has been detected in and around a homeless encampment near Harrison Street, with numerous rats and at least two dogs testing positive in 2025. An alert urges encampment residents to leave a red zone bounded by San Pablo Avenue, Gilman Street, Codornices Creek and the railroad tracks, and the city plans to clear encampments and disinfect the area. The disease spreads via infected animal urine and can cause flu-like symptoms 2–30 days after exposure, potentially leading to kidney or liver failure or meningitis if untreated. UC Berkeley also urged residents to take standard precautions like good hygiene and keeping pets away from areas with rodent activity.

via Patch|
#berkeley#encampments#health
Governor Newsom launches statewide task force to address homeless encampments in California
public-policy1 year ago

Governor Newsom launches statewide task force to address homeless encampments in California

California Governor Gavin Newsom has launched a new task force comprising six state agencies to address and clear homeless encampments in the state's largest cities, focusing on removing encampments on state property and connecting homeless individuals with housing and services, amid ongoing debates over homelessness policies.

via CalMatters|
#california#encampments#gavin-newsom
Trump Intensifies Crackdown on Washington Homeless Camps
local-news1 year ago

Trump Intensifies Crackdown on Washington Homeless Camps

The Washington D.C. government, under the Trump administration, has cleared several homeless encampments, including near the Lincoln Memorial, as part of a broader effort to remove street camps, which activists argue displaces the homeless without addressing underlying issues like affordable housing. Many residents, like David Beatty and George Morgan, were forced to leave with limited options, raising concerns about the impact on vulnerable populations and the effectiveness of such policies.

via NPR|
#encampments#homeless-shelters#homelessness
Unhoused Individuals Construct Self-Sustaining Community Along Los Angeles Freeway
social-issues2 years ago

Unhoused Individuals Construct Self-Sustaining Community Along Los Angeles Freeway

Homeless individuals in Los Angeles have constructed an impressive makeshift house with amenities such as a garden, barbecue, and working electricity alongside a freeway. The number of encampments in the area has increased due to the rising homelessness crisis in the city, with mixed reactions from nearby residents. While some are understanding, others express concern about the use of public land and safety hazards. The situation highlights the ongoing housing crisis and affordability issues in Los Angeles.

via New York Post |
#encampments#homelessness#housing-crisis
California Takes Action: Millions Allocated to Clear Homeless Camps and Address Crisis
politics2 years ago

California Takes Action: Millions Allocated to Clear Homeless Camps and Address Crisis

California Governor Gavin Newsom announced that the state will allocate nearly $300 million to clear homeless encampments and provide housing for the homeless. The funds will be given to the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) to remove camps on state property and assist the homeless in finding alternative housing. Newsom emphasized the need to address the underlying issues and support individuals in achieving self-sufficiency. However, Republican State Senator Brian Dahle criticized Newsom, stating that the governor had merely relocated the encampments rather than resolving the crisis. Homelessness has been a longstanding concern in California, with residents and business owners complaining about the impact of encampments on safety and crime rates. The recent removal of homeless camps in San Francisco ahead of a summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping has drawn mixed reactions, with some praising the effort and others criticizing it as a superficial attempt to improve optics.

via Fox News|
#california#encampments#funding
The Controversy Surrounding City Crackdowns on Homeless Encampments
social-issues2 years ago

The Controversy Surrounding City Crackdowns on Homeless Encampments

Cities across the United States are cracking down on homeless encampments, clearing them in an attempt to address what some residents perceive as dangerous and unsanitary living conditions. However, homeless people and their advocates argue that these sweeps are cruel and ineffective, and that the real solution lies in providing more affordable housing. Despite the millions of dollars spent on clearing encampments, there has been little reduction in the number of tents on sidewalks, in parks, and near freeway off-ramps. Critics argue that these crackdowns only perpetuate the cycle of poverty and homelessness, while advocates call for a more compassionate and housing-focused approach.

via The Associated Press|
#advocacy#affordable-housing#encampments
NYC Officials Explore Tent Distribution and Encampments for Migrants in Central Park
immigration2 years ago

NYC Officials Explore Tent Distribution and Encampments for Migrants in Central Park

New York City officials have reportedly discussed distributing tents to newly arrived migrants and creating encampments in parks as a solution to the housing crisis caused by the influx of migrants. Mayor Eric Adams has stated that the city has run out of hotel rooms and indoor sites to house the 65,000 migrants currently in its care. The proposal comes as a poll shows that a majority of New Yorkers agree with Adams' earlier statement that the migrant crisis will "destroy the city." Adams is now seeking large outdoor spaces to house migrants and warns that people will soon see "the visual signs of this crisis in our city." The city has already opened at least 250 emergency shelters for migrants, including tent facilities, dorms, school gyms, and parks.

via Daily Mail|
#encampments#immigration#mayor-eric-adams
"Newsom and Arizona Judge Urge Supreme Court to Address Homeless Encampment Crisis"
politics2 years ago

"Newsom and Arizona Judge Urge Supreme Court to Address Homeless Encampment Crisis"

California Governor Gavin Newsom is urging the U.S. Supreme Court to review a ruling that has prevented cities from clearing homeless encampments, arguing that it has "paralyzed" cities and worsened the humanitarian crisis. The ruling, which invalidated anti-camping ordinances in Grants Pass, Oregon, has limited California officials' authority to address the issue of homelessness. Newsom is calling for the courts to stop imposing confusing and impractical rulings that hinder efforts to protect homeless individuals and the public. The Supreme Court will decide whether to take up the case.

via POLITICO|
#encampments#gavin-newsom#homelessness